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Mark D. Zappula, 46

CHESHIRE, Mass. — Mark David Zappula, 46, of Cheshire, MA, died unexpectedly on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at his home from complications due to Multiple Sclerosis.

He was born in North Adams, MA, on August 20, 1972, the son of David Paul and Karen Ann (Bell) Zappula. He attended local schools and graduated from the electronics program at McCann Technical High School with the class of 1990. He then attended Western New England College. He was last employed by Crown Vantage Paper Co. in Adams, MA.

Mark was an avid fan of the Boston Bruins hockey team and NASCAR. He had a passion for growing plants and took pride in what he grew. He was an animal lover who enjoyed spoiling his cats. Music was important to him, and Mark always enjoyed driving in his car especially on winding roads.  When he was still able, Mark greatly enjoyed four wheeling and during his lifetime, he enjoyed going to Cape Cod.

Survivors include his mother, Karen Ann Zappula of Centerville, MA and his father and stepmother David Paul Zappula and Ruth Zappula of North Adams. He also leaves his close friends, Tom, Jen, and Nora Therrien and Meg Brooks as well as aunts, uncles and cousins.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Mark David Zappula will be held Saturday, March 2, 2019, at 2:00 PM at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams. Burial will be private. A calling hour will be held on Saturday from 1-2. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of New England or the American Lung Association in care of the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.


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Dave, Ruth and Karen, So sorry to hear about Mark. It got me thinking about our times on Cape Cod. Chris and I are on our way to Florida or we would have been there on Saturday. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
from: From Ron & Chris Kingon: 02-26-2019

Dave and Ruth, I'm still in shock with hearing of Mark's passing. Carol and I are keeping you all in our hearts and prayers.
from: Tom Woodon: 02-22-2019

KAREN, DAVID, RUTH..
I am so very sorry to hear the news about MARKS passing..He was a very sweet young man.....May the ANGELS watch over all of you at this very sad time....
from: LINDA BELLon: 02-21-2019

Karen, remember God is working thru you at this difficult time. Mark will always be in your heart and is watching over you too. Sending you many healing thoughts!
from: Michael Smithon: 02-20-2019

Dave I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers sent your way to you and your family.
from: K. Reynoldson: 02-19-2019

So sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers
from: Brother Kenneth Kaigle, O.S.B.on: 02-19-2019

Dear Ruth and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes to you....
from: Betty Preveyon: 02-18-2019

David and Ruth I am so sorry to hear about your son. My heart is hurting for you and the entire family. My prayers are with you in this extremely hard time. May God bless you and your family also with much love.
from: Connie J Wittig on: 02-18-2019

Dear Karen, David & Ruth, So sorry for your loss. I know the pain of losing a child - even as adult. Hold onto good memories.
from: Diane Parsonson: 02-18-2019

I am so saddened to hear the news about your son. My heart goes out to your family.
from: Nancy (Kawa) Kingon: 02-18-2019

Sending my condolences to the family. My heart is sad that you suffered from the debilitating disease MS. The only way I can find comfort is knowing you're not in any more pain. Another angel taken home to watch over us. Goodbye Mark until we meet again. 💔
from: Pamela Maynardon: 02-17-2019

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